Holistic Horsemanship & Husbandry Blogs
Today, the lesson wasn’t just for the horse
Today, the lesson wasn’t just for the horse. It was for all of us who had to learn to survive too soon. This morning, I listened to the podcast episode my partner and I recorded on helping horses with past trauma. https://youtu.be/jw0tyM8kHVg?si=XOSzth5lc7Y3IAHC I didn’t know how deeply it would prepare me for the session I was about to walk into. The little mustang I’m working with has a history that could break your heart. She’s extremely defensive with her body and space—and today, she was especially guarded. Her person had been working on helping her accept injections, but by the...
Spiritually Empowered Horsemanship: Exploring Holistic Horsemanship & Husbandry for Deeper Horse-Human Connections
Whether you're a passionate rider seeking deeper spiritual connections with your horse or someone intrigued by alternative approaches to horse care and training, this episode lays the foundation for a journey unlike any other.
Horse Behavior as Communication: How a Mindset Shift in Humans Transforms Partnerships
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By recognizing that all behavior is communication, we become better equipped to listen and respond, strengthening the bond between horse and human.
Gino's 25th Birthday Tribute
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Happy 25th Birthday Gino I first met Gino in 2003 as a young gelding. I was hired to do an animal communication session with him. Sweet, smart, funny, he was a horse full of curiosity. As it sometimes happens in life, our paths did not cross again for another four years. Once again, I was called out to perform another communication session with him. My assignment: to find out what Gino wanted to do with his life. Following a riding accident involving a rider, he’d been relegated to a pasture for three years with essentially no human contact or interaction....
Unveiling Growth: The Path to Deeper Connection with Your Horse
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Welcome to another entry in our Harmony & Hooves series, where we delve into the profound journey of growth shared between horses and their human partners. Today, we touch upon a topic close to my heart and central to our series: Growth. The Essence of Growth Growth is not merely an option but a necessity for both horses and humans. It represents the fifth pillar in our exploration of the six basic needs that bind us to these majestic creatures. It's about stepping beyond the familiar, embracing challenges, and transforming together. The Journey So Far Before we venture further, let's...